Career advice: How I became the CEO of The Fragrance Shop

By Sarah Parsons | Published: 29-Apr-2024
Fragrance Retail

In partnership with CEW UK, Sanjay Vadera MBE, CEO of The Fragrance Shop shares how he rose to the top of beauty

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Sanjay Vadera MBE  is the CEO of The Fragrance Shop, the UK's largest independent fragrance retailer. 

He founded the company after leaving university in 1994 and stocks the world's most popular perfume brands. 

"For those starting out, it's crucial to have a clear vision and a robust business plan – these will be your north star," he tells Cosmetics Business.

"Hard work and determination are also vital as you’ll need to put in long hours and work through challenges."

Here, Vadera details his career journey, advice for new starters in beauty, as well as the essential skills a cosmetics industry professional can possess.  

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